The Exact Difference Between Gelato And Ice Cream - Chowhound

That lower amount of fat makes an impact on gelato's richer texture and its richer flavor — milk fat can sometimes dull the taste of a dish — but the actual way gelato is churned also plays a large role. The slower churning process of gelato means that less air gets trapped in the cream while you churn it, and this is what makes gelato more rich. Ice cream is much lighter and creamier because it's essentially…